High School IB Language and Literature Teacher and Travel Coordinator

• Bachelor’s degree in education, literature, writing, or a related field
• Secondary teaching experience and/or demonstrated subject matter expertise
• Ability to build relational, inclusive learning environments where students feel known and valued

• Secondary teacher certification in Illinois
• Experience with International Baccalaureate MYP and/or DP programs
• Familiarity with inquiry-based and concept-based instructional approaches

• Teach two Language and Literature (ELA) courses aligned with the IB MYP frameworks that Common Core standards
• Design (guided by curriculum) and deliver concept-based, inquiry-driven units that challenge students to think critically and make real-world connections
• Integrate faith perspectives thoughtfully into curriculum, helping students explore connections to Christian faith through language and literature
• Develop and facilitate learning excursions that deepen student understanding and engagement with the wider world
• Submit unit and weekly lesson plans as prescribed, reflecting on pedagogical practice and adjusting based on student needs and learning data
• Guide 10th grade students through their Personal Project, in alignment with the MYP expectations
• Guide 11th grade students though their Extended Essay, in alignment with the DP expectations
• Offer writing support to students during their flexible learning blocks

• Work with the admin team to select travel destinations for 10th-12th graders to take place each January around a unifying theme that fits within the IB framework
• One domestic trip
• One trip to a Spanish speaking country
• One trip to another international destination
• Plan a trip to Toronto for 9th graders to take place each May
• Book airline tickets, travel insurance, accommodations, and other destination reservations
• Utilize a trip selection system (already in place) to ensure equity, safety, and student thriving
• Work with the admin team to select appropriate teacher chaperones for each trip, including a trip leader
• Build itineraries for each trip in conjunction with the trip leader
• Work within a budget and document all expenses
• Organize essential information and documents for each trip
• Select meaningful and engaging summer reading/assignments to prepare students for their trips
• Plan monthly trip meetings for students and chaperones for academic and logistical preparation
• Communicate clearly and frequently with trip leaders, chaperones, students, and parents about logistics and expectations, including by hosting final meetings 
• Create opportunities for student leadership
• Promote the program by sharing about it with stakeholders and ensuring the sharing of photos

• Use formative and summative assessments aligned with IB rubrics and standards to measure student progress toward learning objectives
• Prepare students for internal and external DP assessments and grade those assessments according to IB rubrics
• Maintain student work samples and provide timely, constructive feedback that helps students understand their growth and next steps
• Use data regularly to inform instruction and support students across academic, social, emotional, and spiritual dimensions

• Establish and maintain relational connections with students grounded in clear professional boundaries that foster trust and safety
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians through email, phone calls, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences; address academic or behavioral concerns promptly
• Update the Toddle platform regularly with classroom grades, highlights, and student reflections, celebrating student learning
• Attend and actively participate in all required parent-facing events, including conferences, showcase nights, and learning celebrations

• Host a weekly elective (during the school day) to support co-curricular learning and engagement
• Provide mentorship and assessment to students for Personal Project and Extended Essay, as assigned and with training
• Collaborate with fellow teachers to plan and implement MYP interdisciplinary units that integrate multiple perspectives and disciplines
• Work professionally and openly with colleagues to ensure consistency in expectations, teaching practices, and student support across the school
• Participate actively in school engagement events, professional development, and staff prayer to build and sustain positive school culture
• Supervise students during assigned times and assist with school events and responsibilities as needed